Illinois road crash kills a man
Last updated Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
A tragic Illinois road crash claimed the life of one of the drivers at around 5:30 AM on Thursday, March 30. Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office reports that the accident occurred in rural Davis, Illinois, near Walnut Grove Road.
Investigators established that it all began when a southbound vehicle crossed the median on Davis Rd. and crashed head-on into a northbound vehicle, flipping it over and throwing the driver into the nearby field. The driver, identified as a 51-year-old Davis, Illinois man, died at the scene despite intensive life-saving efforts by Davis Fire Protection District personnel.
The southbound vehicle, too, toppled, and its driver, Darion Wheeler, 19, of Freeport, suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. Eventually, he had to be flown by helicopter to a specialist hospital as he needed more medical attention.
Stephenson County State’s Attorney’s Office suspects impaired driving caused this crash and will investigate if prosecution is possible.
The departed man’s name will not be released until his family is informed. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.
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Illinois road crash caused by impaired driving
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